2009 Audi Q7 vs. 1971 BMW Touring
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW Touring would be higher. At 4,132 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (322 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1390 kg more than 1971 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Audi Q7 (760 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 630 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi Q7 | 1971 BMW Touring | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | Q7 | Touring |
Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4132 cc | 1573 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 760 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2510 mm |